Surat is gearing up to host the fourth edition of the 21BY72 Startup Summit on June 14 and 15, a marquee event in Bharat’s growing entrepreneurial landscape. Held at Avadh Utopia, near Surat Airport, the summit is set to attract over 20,000 attendees, including 500+ investors, 85 startup exhibitors, content creators, government leaders, and startup enthusiasts from across the country.
Organized by IVY Growth Associates
- IVY Growth Associates, the organizing body, has been instrumental in shaping 21BY72 into Bharat’s most impactful startup summit.
- With three successful editions behind it and over 24,000 participants cumulatively, the event has become a staple in India’s tier-2 entrepreneurial scene.
- This year, the event is presented by CIFDAQ and co-powered by Sangini, with passes now available on the official 21BY72 website.
What to Expect at 21BY72 2024
- 85+ Startup Exhibitors showcasing innovative products and solutions
- 20+ Live Startup Pitches in a Shark Tank-style format
- 500+ Investors representing early-stage funds, family offices, and angel networks
- 20+ Speaker Sessions and fireside chats
- Four Dedicated Halls for exhibitions, knowledge sharing, startup pitching, and workshops
Star-Studded Speaker Lineup
- Ganeshprasad Sridharan – COO, Think School
- Dr. Vijay Kedia – Director, Kedia Securities
- Saina Nehwal – Olympic medalist, Padma Bhushan awardee
- Neha Dhupia – Actor and former Miss India
- Azhar Iqubal – Co-Founder & CEO, Fenado and Inshorts
- Niyati Mavinkurve – Co-creator, Abhi and Niyu
- Gajendra Singh Shekhawat – Minister of Culture and Tourism
- Harsh Sanghavi – Gujarat’s Home Minister
The Four-Hall Format
- Hall 1 – Exhibition Zone
Featuring 85+ startups across domains. - Hall 2 – Knowledge Stage
Keynotes and panels with entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. - Hall 3 – Trailblazers Mine
A curated startup pitch platform designed to simulate Shark Tank India, featuring investment partners like: - Hall 4 – Masterclass Zone
Hands-on workshops on:- Digital Marketing
- Personal Branding
- Startup Finance
- Fundraising Strategies
Expanding Beyond Founders
21BY72 2024 isn’t just about startups and investors—it also brings together a unique mix of educators, content creators, and brand leaders, including:
- Dhairya Gangwani – Founder, Dhairya Decodes
- Unnati Bagga – Co-Founder, TheGrowthSquare
- Deep Shah – Founder, Adex Studios
Summit Brand Ambassadors:
- Mahavir Pratap Sharma – Rajasthan Angel Innovators Network
- Arjun Vaidya – V3 Ventures
- Sarthak Ahuja – M&A Advisor and Financial Educator
Bridging Bharat’s Entrepreneurial Momentum
With sessions running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. over two days, 21BY72 aims to integrate all verticals of India’s non-metro startup ecosystem under one roof—fostering cross-industry learning, investment opportunities, and long-term collaborations.